Reel + SMB Combo

Paired with the 1.4m tall AP Diving self-sealing SMB that can easily be spotted from a distance, the robust but light-weight MGE reel with 50m line and control handle makes an ideal combination for UK boat and beach diving. The SMB can be rolled tight and held in place between the reels drum and handle, making one compact unit during your dive and an easy way to launch.

MGE 50m Reel

Unique, popular and well-tried design for left or right hand use without modification.

• Easy to use
• Left or right handed use without modification
• Locks in both directions
• 50m line included - SMB clip
• Colourfast
• Self-lubricating
• Fully serviceable

AP Diving Self-sealing 1.4m SMB

The AP SMBC - Surface Marker Buoy Closed - is the original self-sealing Surface Marker Buoy - much copied but never bettered.

The SMBC is inflated by simply purging a second stage in the open end when underwater. The really clever bit is in the mouth where our unique self-sealing baffle - or duckbill valve - is forced shut, forming an airtight seal, on inflation.

The SMBC also features a stream-lining flap which folds back over the mouth and prevents any sea-anchor drag effect when used in a current.

The SMBC can be used as a delayed-action SMB or it can be inflated at the start of the dive and towed as a standard surface marker.

At the surface, the SMBC is pulled upright by tension on the line and clearly marks the diver's position. The baffle prevents air spillage and the buoy remains inflated making it easy for the surface crew to track the diver or for the diver to hold aloft and wave if separated from the boat.

A message slate, ID marker or reflector can be tied to the top eyelet.

All BUDDY SMBs roll up neatly for pocket storage, external attachment, attachment to reels or stowage in optional SMB pouches.

Our preferred method for UK drift diving is to remove the plastic clip that comes with the reel, knot a loop large enough for the reel to pass through and attach it via this loop to the SMB. The SMB is then rolled back onto the reel and a short length of bungee run through the 2 holes of the reel handle holds it in place. A size 1 bolt snap then holds the SMB+Reel combo in place on any BCD or wing  D-ring. When a diver needs to launch the SMB at depth, especially in currents, the process is easy: Unclip the combo from D-ring holding the reel handle, unroll the SMB that's already attached to the reel line and send it up without the hassle of having to combine the units underwater.  

Please note the bolt snap and bungee are optional purchases.

SHIPPING:

We aim to dispatch all in-stock items within 2 working days but will inform you of approximate delivery times should any item on your order be out of stock or on supplier backorder due to current manufacturing or transport delays caused by global shortages and/or impeded production.

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information on delivery terms and returns.

Our 2022 shipping rates are as follows:

• UK mainland orders £45 and over: FREE - DPD Delivery
• UK mainland orders under £45: £4.90 Fixed Rate - DPD Delivery
• Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Highlands & Northern Ireland: £14.9 Fixed Rate
• European Union: £13.90 + 5% of order value (maximum £30)
• Rest of the World: £19.50 + 8% of order value (maximum £55)
• BFPO Post Codes: £20

INTERNATIONAL EXCEPTIONS:

For international orders containing weights, cylinders (excluding suit inflation bottles) and Suex scooters please contact us in advance before placing your order.

These products are not included in our global max-capped shipping rates and are only shipped outside of UK mainland after freight cost is calculated based on total weight, dimensions of parcel, location of delivery and the courier service used. We will let you know what this cost will be before processing any order.

All cylinders we ship within and outside of UK mainland are filled and tested on site before being emptied for dispatch. Cylinders shipped outside of the UK will be empty and will also have their valves removed, requiring reassembly after you receive delivery. Twinset manifolds and bands will also be removed and dispatched together with the cylinders for safe global shipping.

RETURNS & REFUNDS

Please contact us before any return with your order number and date details. Receive our Returns Authorisation Form and instructions and enclose them with your return to expedite a refund. Detailed information is available in our Returns & Refunds Policy.

Email us at sales@dirdirect.com or call us on +44(0)1305 824 555

Note that all returned items are shipped at the customer's own risk and remain the customer's property until received by Underwater Explorers, so please ensure they are packaged well and use reliable postal services with tracking facilities. The
goods will be inspected on arrival. 

Return postages are at your own cost and our outbound shipping costs (if items are sold with integrated basic shipping charges) may be deducted from any UK mainland refund unless linked to a fault/defect claim. 

Please contact us with your order number and name before sending any returns to:

Underwater Explorers – Returns
Unit 1, Maritime Business Centre
Mereside, Portland
Dorset, DT5 1FD 
United Kingdom

Please refer to our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for detailed information.